General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
22361
In which year was the direction of Qibla changed from Jerusalem to Makkah?
Answer:
2 A.H
The Qibla was changed from Bait-ul-Maqdis (Jerusalem) to the Kaaba (Makkah) in the month of Shaban, 2 A.H, during the Zuhr or Asr prayer at Masjid-e-Qiblatayn.
22362
Who was the first woman to accept Islam?
Answer:
Hazrat Fatima (R.A)
Hazrat Khadija (R.A), the first wife of the Prophet (PBUH), was the first person overall to accept Islam immediately after the first revelation.
22363
The title 'Sadiq' and 'Amin' was given to the Prophet by:
Answer:
People of Makkah
Long before his prophethood, the people of Makkah (Quraysh) titled him 'Al-Sadiq' (The Truthful) and 'Al-Amin' (The Trustworthy) due to his honest character.
22364
Which pillar of Islam is declared as a shield?
Answer:
Saum (Fasting)
The Prophet (PBUH) said, 'Fasting is a shield' (As-Siyam Junnah), meaning it protects a person from sins and the Hellfire.
22365
Who founded the Abbasid Dynasty?
Answer:
Abu al-Abbas al-Saffah
Abu al-Abbas al-Saffah was the first Caliph of the Abbasid Caliphate, assuming power in 750 CE after defeating the Umayyads.
22366
The incident of 'Ifk' is related to which wife of the Prophet?
Answer:
Hazrat Aisha (R.A)
The incident of Ifk refers to the false accusation made by hypocrites against the chastity of Hazrat Aisha (R.A), which was cleared by Allah in Surah An-Nur.
22367
Which companion is called 'Tarjuman-ul-Quran'?
Answer:
Hazrat Abdullah bin Abbas (R.A)
Hazrat Abdullah bin Abbas (R.A), the cousin of the Prophet, is renowned for his profound knowledge of Tafseer (exegesis) and is titled 'Tarjuman-ul-Quran' (Interpreter of the Quran).
22368
Who claimed to be a prophet during the Caliphate of Hazrat Abu Bakr?
Answer:
Musailimah Kazzab
Musailimah (the Liar) was a false prophet who rose in Yamama. He was defeated and killed in the Battle of Yamama during the Ridda Wars under Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A).
22369
What was the name of the Prophet's she-camel during Hijrah?
Answer:
Qaswa
Qaswa was the name of the Prophet's favorite she-camel, which he rode during the Migration (Hijrah) to Madina.
22370
Which Caliph formed a committee to elect his successor?
Answer:
Hazrat Umar (R.A)
On his deathbed, Hazrat Umar (R.A) appointed a committee (Shura) of six senior companions to elect the next Caliph, which resulted in the selection of Hazrat Usman (R.A).